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Building your own home gives you the chance to customize a living space from the ground up. However, before starting the building process, you’ll need to find the right piece of vacant land. If you’re searching for land for sale, below are a few features to look out for.

How to Evaluate Land for Sale

1. Consider Buildability

A plot of land might have the beautiful view you’ve always dreamed of. However, preparing it for development might cost more than constructing the house. While the surroundings are an important consideration, look for the availability of sewer and other utilities, such as electricity sources and light poles, for better night visibility. Additionally, inspect the land to ensure it's an appropriate buildable area.

Choose land that has already been subject to a feasibility study and already has permits in place. This can reduce the cost of building your new home.

2. Zoning Rules

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If the land for sale you’re considering is within town or city limits, it’s likely subject to zoning rules that dictate how it can be used. Some properties might be zoned for commercial use, or there might be rules dictating the height of any new building.

Before making an offer, ask the real estate agent to find out about any rules or regulations that might limit the construction. This helps ensure that you can actually build on the property you’re considering instead of investing on land that isn't usable.

3. Easements

Before putting in a bid on land for sale, find out who else might have access to the property. The county might have an easement to access the property to maintain power lines, or a neighbor might have permission to cross your land to get to theirs.

While easements might not necessarily make a property unsuitable for development, they could affect where the house is placed. If the area you’ve chosen is crossed by an easement, it may be best to keep looking.

 

If you’re looking for land for sale anywhere in Coon Rapids, MN,  EXIT Realty Nexus offers a unique market. Their agents have been serving buyers throughout Anoka County and the Hennepin area since 2004, and have in-depth knowledge to help you find the perfect site for your new home. Visit their website to browse properties for sale or call (763) 548-1400 to speak with an agent today.

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